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Safety Belt With Anchor Plate Thread Damage

1. Remove the broken or stripped bolt and discard.
2. Drill out the internal threads in the seat belt anchor plate with a 27/64-inch drill.
3. Rethread the anchor plate with a 1/2-13 tap (seat belt).
4. Blow out the chips.

Parts Replacement Chart:





5. Install the attachment parts using the proper service procedures. Refer to applicable illustration. Tighten the replacement bolt to 30-40 Nm (22-29 lb-ft). Original parts are to be replaced with the repair parts indicated in the Parts Replacement Chart. Unless specified in the guides, use original parts.
6. When repairing a multiple belt and attachment, install nut 382599-5100 to the bolt in the tunnel area from the underside of the floorpan. Tighten to 30-40 Nm (22-29 lb-ft).